Just as with any skilled professional, a good
teacher makes the job look easy. But, as any educator knows, the art of
teaching requires constant energy, practice, and progress. One essential
element of developing as a teacher is taking the time every so often to
evaluate one's own practices. Use our printable checklists as a starting
point for your self-assessment and self-improvement.

Parent-Teacher Relationship
Family involvement is necessary for successful schooling. When parents
volunteer their time and attention, students achieve more and like school
better. Are you doing everything you can to build strong relationships
with your students' families?

Assessment
There has been a lot of emphasis on effective assessment recently. Successful
assessment strategies allow you to fairly and accurately evaluate the
real learning of all your students. See whether your assessment strategies
follow best practices in the field.

Teaching Kids to Care
No matter what subject(s) you teach, your job is not limited to just pure
academics. A nurturing school environment facilitates student confidence
and comfort, which in turn aid the learning process. In addition, teaching
children to care is part and parcel of sparking social consciousness and
integrity. Are you following the steps to promoting a sense of caring
and responsibility?

Professional Development
Whether you are a new or veteran teacher, you should actively continue
your professional development. Are you exploring all the recommended practices
and resources that are important for professional growth?